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    12 Delicious Mexican Ground Beef Recipes

    October 7, 2022 By Patrick 8 Comments

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    You might be surprised how many great Mexican recipes you can make with a single pound of ground beef!  It's one of the most versatile protein sources you can buy and I use it all the time.

    The key is to season it with chipotles, so no more seasoning packs!  Once you get hooked on a chipotle-infused ground beef you'll find all sorts of ways to use it. 

    That's what happened to me and this list is the proof!  I hope you find lots of new ideas in this list, feel free to get in touch if you have questions about any of these keeper recipes 🙂

    Click the recipe name and it will take you to a page on this site that has a printable recipe box.

     

    Easy Ground Beef Tostadas

    This is a great recipe to get familiar with the chipotle-infused ground beef.   The smoky heat of the chipotles pairs effortlessly with the ground beef and will have you eating it right out of the pan!   I topped these Tostadas with cabbage, Queso Fresco, and a squeeze of lime...and they were perfect 🙂
     
     

    Ground Beef Hardshell Tacos

    Feel free to get creative with the fixings on these Ground Beef Hardshell Tacos.  Once you've got some cheese melting on the chipotle-infused ground beef then everything else is just a bonus!  More info on working with chipotles. 
     
    Classic Ground Beef Hardshell Tacos mexicanplease.com
     

    Beef Picadillo

    Most cultures have a classic meat-and-potatoes dish that makes regular appearances in the home kitchen and this Beef Picadillo fits that bill quite well!  It's a delicious comfort food and is surprisingly easy to make.  You can serve it up over plain ol' white rice or use it as a filling for burritos, enchiladas, etc. 
     
    This easy to make Mexican Picadillo is a classic meat and potatoes dish bursting with flavor and spice. It can be eaten straight out of the pan but it also works good in tacos, burritos, and empanadas. So good! mexicanplease.com
     

    Beef and Cheese Empanadas

    If you put some of the chipotle-infused ground beef in a fresh batch of empanadas you are in for a treat!  We are building the pastry dough from scratch here, and when they are fresh out of the oven they are absolutely delicious.
     
    Flaky, tender dough make these empanadas a recipe worth repeating. We're using a delicious spicy beef mixture to kick them up a notch. So good! mexicanplease.com
     
     

    Ground Beef Chile con Carne

    If you grew up with Chili then consider giving this authentic Ground Beef Chili con Carne a go!  Using dried chiles gives you a massive upgrade in flavor compared to powdered versions.  Keep in mind that the dried chile combo is flexible so feel free to adjust based on what you have. 
     
     
     

    Albondigas (Mexican Meatballs)

    Have you made Albondigas before? It's a traditional meatball recipe using fresh mint inside the meatballs, simmered in a light tomato sauce.  You can serve them as is or make a killer sandwich out of them!
     
    Here's a great recipe for some Albondigas -- Mexican Meatballs simmered in a delicious tomato sauce. Fresh mint inside the meatballs really livens them up! mexicanplease.com
     
     

    Spicy Beef Taquitos

    It’s such a treat to remember you’ve got some of these Spicy Beef Taquitos tucked away in the fridge!   You’ll get 24 scrumptious taquitos from this recipe — which means you’ve got plenty of free meals coming your way over the next couple weeks.  Just plop ’em in the oven and chowtime in 20 minutes 🙂
     
    2 lbs. worth of Beef Taquitos for the freezer
     

    Spicy Ground Beef Nachos

    Want some more weight to your Nachos?!  Using some of the chipotle-infused ground beef will turn your Nachos into a meal and that will give you permission to make them again, and again, and again 🙂 
     
     
     

    Picadillo Stuffed Poblano Peppers

    What a treat to put these Picadillo Stuffed Poblano Peppers on the kitchen table in front of friends and family!   I stuffed them with the hearty beef mixture and then topped with Queso Fresco, cilantro stems, and a squeeze of lime.  They are easy to make and have a unique, satisfying flavor.  Yum!!
     
    What a treat to put these Picadillo Stuffed Poblano Peppers on the kitchen table in front of friends and family! They are easy to make and have a unique, satisfying flavor.
     
     

    Easy Ground Beef Burritos

    Pairing your chipotle-infused ground beef with some freshly chopped Pico de Gallo is the key to these Easy Ground Beef Burritos!  It's a great combo and one I come back to on a regular basis. 
     
     
     

    Albondigas Soup

    You can easily use your Albondigas (Mexican Meatballs) to make a heart-warming batch of Albondigas Soup.  Be sure to add lots of veggies to the soup as this will turn it into a meal!  I added rice, potatoes, and carrots -- and it was yummers!
     
    Here's an easy recipe for Albondigas Soup. I used all beef in this version but you could easily use pork or turkey. So good! mexicanplease.com
     
     

    Easy Taco Salad

    I used to be skeptical of using ground beef in salads,  but not any more!  I really, really like this Easy Taco Salad — the cool, creamy Avocado Dressing is the perfect complement to the spicy ground beef mixture.  This one was a pleasant surprise for my kitchen and I still make it on a regular basis.   
     
    This Taco Salad is my favorite meal over the past month -- super flexible and it has loads of flavor! The avocado dressing is the key so don't skip that part! mexicanplease.com
     
     

    Chipotle Burgers with Creamy Avocado Sauce

    And what ground beef list would be complete without burgers?!  These Chipotle Burgers are another great example of the enduring partnership between chipotles and ground beef.  Mince up some chipotles and combine them with seasoned ground beef and you’ll have some incredible burgers on your hands.
     
    Spicing up your cheeseburgers with chipotles might convert you over for life. And when drenched in a creamy avocado sauce you just made the best burger in town. So good! mexicanplease.com
     
     

    Quick Ground Beef Bowl

    Update:  here is the latest addition to the list!  I've been munching on this Quick Ground Beef Bowl for the past couple weeks and really enjoying it.  I drenched it in some freshly made Salsa de Aguacate.  Yum 🙂
     
    Ground Beef burrito bowl
     
    Okay, got some new ideas?  My kitchen gets so much mileage from ground beef and I hope this list has you craving some new dishes.   Let me know if you have questions about any of these recipes. 
     
    Buen Provecho. 
     
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    Need some munchers for a crew?  Here's the tastiest way to make your own Salsa and Guacamole for 10-20 people. 

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    1. Gail

      October 13, 2022 at 6:59 am

      Patrick, everything looks sooooo good!!!! My first I think I’m going to make is the chili, then the empanadas! The flaky crust on those empanadas! Wow!!!
      Awesome!!!! Thank you for the tips you sent me on doing corn tortillas! Much appreciated!!

      Reply
      • Patrick

        October 14, 2022 at 3:50 pm

        Thanks Gail! Hope you find some keepers in this list. Cheers.

        Reply
    2. Jocko

      October 09, 2022 at 6:57 am

      Reading down this list I found myself between the empanadas & albondigas soup. Too early here for decisions. I'll start at the top and work my way down.
      Thanks for the recipes & tips. All my peeps appreciate you Patrick.
      Best.

      Reply
      • Patrick

        October 11, 2022 at 3:32 pm

        Ahh good to hear, hope you find some new keepers in this list 🙂

        Reply
      • Jeff the Chef @ Make It Like a Man!

        October 14, 2022 at 5:51 am

        Thanks for all these recipes. I could eat every one of the, happily!

        Reply
        • Patrick

          October 14, 2022 at 3:40 pm

          Thanks Jeff!

          Reply
    3. DC

      October 08, 2022 at 1:31 pm

      I just made a batch of your picadillo ground beef to serve in stuffed bell peppers (didn't have any poblanos). This is an excellent recipe and really delish. I recently made your roasted tomato and chipotle salsa and it was a nice change from regular pico de gallo. Roasting the tomatoes makes a wonderful difference. I enjoy getting your emails. Thanks for posting!

      Reply
      • Patrick

        October 11, 2022 at 3:32 pm

        Thanks DC!

        Reply

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